Cedar Falls to Peoria: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cedar Falls from Peoria?

The distance from Cedar Falls to Peoria is 194.5 miles (313 km) as the crow flies. Peoria is located SE of Cedar Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 243.1 miles, taking about 4h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Falls in Iowa and Peoria in Illinois.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cedar Falls and Peoria. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.